Demand for urgent puncture repairs is increasing as the UK is battered by heavy winds, littering roads with fallen trees, branches and other tyre-wrecking debris. A common question posed by many motorists in this situation though is “Are puncture repairs safe?”. Of course it is natural to fear that a repaired tyre will never be as […]

This is the time of year when potholes become a real hazard for motorists and can cause hundreds of pounds worth of damage to vehicles, especially tyres If your car or van is damaged by a pothole, there is a possibility you could claim compensation. Potholes are increasingly emerging at this time of year, due […]

British skiers and snow-boarders are increasingly opting for self-drive holidays to European resorts, saving money on flights and enjoying more freedom to explore. However, holiday plans can also go downhill fast if vehicles are not kitted out properly, particularly when it comes to tyres. And this doesn’t just mean making sure they have plenty of […]

We all like to get something ‘free of charge’ at this expensive time of year – but not when it comes to our vehicle battery! If you were not planning on using your car or van between the start of the Christmas festivities and the end of the New Year celebrations you could be storing […]

Over 11 million motorists will be driving home for Christmas on what is being dubbed “Frantic Friday” and the coming weekend. The good news is that Highways England has announced it is removing nearly 400 miles of roadworks, which will leave “almost 99 per cent of motorways and strategic A roads roadworks-free in time for […]

Snow and ice caused widespread travel delays and school closures this morning, so how did you cope? Have the harsh conditions we are experiencing made you consider the benefits of fitting winter tyres? If you are in two minds, click here to watch our short winter tyres video. It explains how winter tyres help to keep […]

Tyre pressure is not only vital to your safety on the road, it also helps your tyres last longer and can improve your vehicles fuel efficiency, ultimately saving you money twice over. It is therefore crucial that you ensure your tyres are always properly inflated by checking […]

The multi-award winning CrossClimate+ has secured first place in the latest Auto Express All-Season tyre test, re-affirming its position in this growing market. The all-season tyre is ideal for motorists who do not want the hassle or expense of switching seasonal tyres, but want to enjoy the benefits of a tyre which performs better than a summer tyre in winter conditions […]

With weather forecasters predicting the coldest winter for five years and the snowiest conditions for nearly three decades, now is a good time to check out the benefits of fitting winter tyres. There is a common misconception that winter tyres are only needed in severe conditions such as snow and ice. This is not true. Winter tyres […]

With fuel prices predicted to rise by up to 12p a litre before Christmas and the possibility of an extra fuel tax looming, now is a good time to consider the benefits of fitting tyres that offer optimum value for money. And this is where Michelin likes to trumpet its new Primacy 4 range, which […]